About Zigrasite
A rare hydrated phosphate. It's associated with clarity and emotional balance.
Primary Hues
Colorless, White, forms small prismatic crystals
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of clarity and emotional balance. Believed to promote a sense of calm and well-being.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Hermit
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes introspection and seeking structured wisdom- aligning with this phosphate.
The Hierophant
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents learning and understanding complex patterns- resonating with Zigrasite.
Associated Deities
Thoth
Pantheon: Egyptian
Domain: Wisdom- Writing- Order
Rationale: Thoth's domain over structured knowledge connects here.
Athena
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Wisdom- Strategy
Rationale: Athena's association with organized- strategic thought aligns with this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Study & Research Aid
Mental Discipline Meditation
Grounding Intellectual Pursuits
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Geological & Scientific Details
Zigrasite is classified as a phosphate minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the triclinic system. Its chemical formula is MgZr(PO4)2(H2O)4. Common crystal habits include subhedral blocky.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Phosphate minerals
- Chemical Formula: MgZr(PO4)2(H2O)4
- IMA Symbol: Zig[1]
- Crystal System: Triclinic
- Predominant Geological Color: Off-white to pale yellow or light tan
- Crystal Habit: Subhedral blocky
- Cleavage: Imperfect cleavage in two directions, parallel to (010) and (001)
- Luster: Vitreous
- Streak: white
- Diaphaneity: Opaque
Associated Minerals
- Hopeite
- Spencerite
- Tarbuttite
- Scholzite (other rare zinc/magnesium phosphates)